With its big trio of ski resorts and vibrant downtown full of unique shops, the Petoskey area is one of the big winter destinations in Northern Michigan. You might even have a favorite trail or two tucked away that you love to hike or snowshoe in the area.
But we bet we can help you add to that list. Our friends at the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau are sharing a beautiful illustrated map this winter that shows 10 spots for outdoor adventures. A few of them were new to us, so we wanted to make sure you knew about them, too.
Some are hiking and fat tire biking trails. Some are great for snowshoes or cross-country skis. Others are perfect for winter birding. One even has a free snow tubing hill and some delicious food options.
“This winter has brought some of the best snow we have had in years to the Petoskey Area,” said Jim Powell, executive director of the Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau. “There are hundreds of miles of trails for winter hiking, fat tire biking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Plus, many of our area businesses have rental equipment to use if you don’t have your own.”
“Ski resorts like Boyne Mountain, The Highlands and Nub’s Nob deliver a more structured environment for trail-goers with ticketed access to groomed trails, on-site gear rentals, and trail conditions available at a glance. They also have amenities like dining and live music right at the resort,” said Powell. “This is on top of the excellent work that local organizations like the Little Traverse Conservancy, Top of Michigan Trails Council, and our local North Country Trail chapters do in maintaining and grooming regional trail systems so they can remain accessible ways to enjoy the Petoskey Area at little to no cost.”